Common Core State Standards (CCSS)

Our K-12 Professional Development Program and Color Vowel® Chart learning materials support implementation of both the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and WIDA English Language Development standards. Clients have found that our  services meet eligibility for  Title I-A, Title I-SES, and Title III education grants.

Reading: Foundational Skills

• Phonological Awareness: Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.K.2)
• Phonics and Word Recognition: Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.K.3)
• Fluency: Read emergent-reader texts with purpose and understanding. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.K.4)

Speaking and Listening: Comprehension and Collaboration

• Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners with peers and adults in small and larger groups. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.K.1)
• Confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and answering questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.K.2)

Speaking and Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

• Describe familiar people, places, things, and events and, with prompting and support, provide additional detail. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.K.4)
• Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.K.6)

Language: Conventions of Standard English

• Write a letter or letters for most consonant and short-vowel sounds (phonemes) (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.K.2.c)
  
• Spell simple words phonetically, drawing on knowledge of sound-letter relationships. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.K.2.d)
• Use conventional spelling for words with common spelling patterns and for frequently occurring irregular words. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.2.d)
• Spell untaught words phonetically, drawing on phonemic awareness and spelling conventions. (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.2.e)